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Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.

Locum Social Worker Adult Social Care East Dorset (Ferndown)

Job Title: Locum Social Worker
Location: East Dorset
Contract Type: Locum
Hours: 37 per week

Job Overview

We are seeking an Experienced Locum Social Worker to join our East Dorset Locality Team. This role involves working with adults in the community, managing complex cases, and delivering high-quality strengths-based assessments within a local authority setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete strengths-based assessments and care planning
• Manage a complex caseload within adult social care
• Conduct community visits and home assessments
• Lead on Court of Protection work, including reports and applications
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments
• Apply strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant legislation
• Work hybrid: minimum 2 office days per week

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Experience in adult social care (local authority preferred)
• Strong assessment, risk management, and case coordination skills
• Proven work with complex cases
• Essential experience in Court of Protection assessments and reports
• Full ability to complete community-based work

Benefits of This Locum Role

• Supportive, well-established locality team
• Opportunity to build specialist experience in complex casework and Court of Protection
• Flexible working pattern
• Meaningful and rewarding work with adults in Dorset communities

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Locum Social Worker looking for your next assignment within adult social care, click Apply Now to join our East Dorset team.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.